Google has rolled out a major upgrade to its AI-powered research assistant, NotebookLM, introducing new multimedia and collaboration features aimed at students, researchers and professionals.
The centrepiece of the update, announced on 29 July 2025, is the addition of Video Overviews—AI-generated narrated presentations that turn uploaded documents into structu...
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Apple has entered preliminary discussions with Google to integrate the search giant’s Gemini AI technology into a redesigned version of Siri, according to a report by Bloomberg News on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
The talks signal a potential shift for Apple as it considers whether to rely on exter...
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Meta has entered into a licensing agreement with Midjourney, the fast-rising AI startup known for its image and video generation tools, Meta’s Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang announced Friday in a post on Threads.
The partnership will see Meta’s research teams work directly with Midjourney to integrate its technology into future AI products and models.
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At an age when most teenagers are focused on high school exams, Kairan Quazi has already built a résumé that many professionals spend decades pursuing.
The American-Bangladeshi prodigy, who earned a computer science degree...
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Bangladesh Bank is poised to issue new digital banking licenses in an effort to accelerate the country’s fintech landscape and draw fresh investment, according to reports in media.
A conclusive de...
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Microsoft’s head of artificial intelligence, Mustafa Suleyman, has raised alarm over growing reports of what he termed “AI psychosis” — a phenomenon in which people become convinced that imaginary experiences created by c...
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Additional Secretary Md Anwar Hossain has been promoted to the rank of Secretary.
The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification on Tuesday (August 19), appointing him as Secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology.
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Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) has hosted a masterclass on the growing importance of data science, highlighting global trends and future opportunities for Bangladeshi students.
The session, titled “Shaping the Future with Data: Global Trends & Bangladesh’s Path,” also saw UCBD announce the upcoming laun...
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A government initiative to equip madrasa students with digital skills has been launched under the ICT Division’s EDGE project.
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A draft of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulation (Amendment) Ordinance 2025 has been prepared, incorporating provisions to ensure international...
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In a significant leap towards integrating automation in daily life, students from the Department of Software Engineering at Daffodil International University (DIU) have unveiled an automated food delivery robot named “Kiti.”
The invention was formally inaugurated today at the university’s Aminul Islam Hall.
“Kiti” represents a cutting-edge innova...
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Popular ride-sharing platform Pathao has launched a new feature, 'Pathao Connect', aimed at improving safety for passengers and riders who arrange trips outside the app.
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The Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) under the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology has announced plans to recruit 497 individuals for the position of Office Assistant.
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By Syed Armaan Ahsan Student, Class 12, Sunbeams School
The term "talent war" may bring to mind competitive sports - but in Silicon Valley, it has taken on an entirely new meaning. Today, it’s a high-stakes race to...
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To ease vehicle maintenance costs and related concerns for car owners in Bangladesh, automobile maintenance startup Zantrik has introduced a groundbreaking service.
The innovative platform, titled “Zantrik Certified Car,” offers a detailed health check-up of 25 key components of a vehicle. Under this initiative, if any mechanical issue arises afterward, Zantrik will cover up to 90% of the repair expense...
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